A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of income tax records belonging to former Chief Whip and ex-MP of Madaripur-1 constituency, Noor-E-Alam Chowdhury, in connection with a corruption case. The order was issued on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, by Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Sabbir Faiz following a petition from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Court bench assistant Md Riaz Hossain confirmed the decision.

Earlier, ACC Assistant Director A.K.M. Murtuza Ali Sagar, the investigating officer, submitted a petition seeking the seizure of Chowdhury’s tax documents up to the 2024–25 fiscal year, citing the necessity for a fair investigation. After a hearing, the judge approved the request.

The ACC had filed the case on March 25, 2025, accusing Chowdhury of amassing Tk 57.49 crore in unexplained wealth and conducting suspicious transactions totaling Tk 232.11 crore through eight bank accounts.

Political discussions have intensified across Bogura over who will be appointed as the administrator of the newly formed Bogura City Corporation. Supporters of various Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leaders have put up posters and banners in the city, while party offices are abuzz with speculation. Several senior and youth leaders of the BNP are reportedly lobbying for the position, though no official announcement has yet been made.

Names under discussion include city BNP president Hamidul Haque Chowdhury Hiru, former mayor and lawyer Mahbubur Rahman, organizational secretary KM Khairul Bashar, and district Jubo Dal president Jahangir Alam. Former district BNP president VP Saiful Islam, former general secretary Zainal Abedin Chan, and Sadar upazila BNP president Maftun Ahmed Khan Rubel are also being mentioned. Social media discussions highlight candidates with long-standing grassroots involvement and leadership qualities.

Local residents have expressed hopes for a competent and honest administrator to ensure better civic services, infrastructure development, and good governance. Observers note that the appointment carries significant political weight and could shape the district’s political landscape in the coming days.

Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir organized a human chain in Patiya, Chattogram, demanding justice for the killings at Shapla Chattar. The demonstration took place on Tuesday afternoon at the Patiya Thana intersection, where leaders and activists from different levels of the organization participated.

Speakers at the event called for a proper investigation and exemplary punishment for those responsible for the Shapla Chattar killings. They expressed frustration that even after 13 years, no judicial process had begun regarding the incident, which they said had caused public resentment. The president of the Patiya Thana branch, Mahbub Ullah, delivered a speech at the event, while branch secretary Abu Siddiq and other members were also present.

The program reflected the organization’s continued demand for accountability and justice related to the Shapla Chattar incident.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that no force can make the Iranian nation surrender, responding to a U.S. call for concessions in peace talks. In a post on social media platform X, he said followers of the Shia ideology cannot be forced to bow down. Pezeshkian also mentioned speaking with Iraq’s prime minister and urged the United States to remove military threats from the Middle East.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced a new security plan around the Strait of Hormuz aimed at preventing weapons and supplies from reaching U.S. military bases through the area. The strait has become a central point of contention in ongoing U.S.-Iran discussions intended to halt regional conflict.

The statements highlight Iran’s firm stance against external pressure and its intent to assert control over strategic waterways, which remain a key obstacle in current diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on Iran to surrender, saying the situation was under American control. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said Iran should raise the 'white flag of surrender.' He added that although Tehran was issuing threats of war, it was secretly interested in reaching an agreement.

Trump claimed Iran’s military strength had been exhausted and that the country was only pretending to resist while actually seeking a deal. He praised the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, describing it as strong and effective, and said no one would dare to break it.

The remarks, reported by Reuters, come amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with Trump asserting that the blockade was working efficiently and that Iran’s leadership was under pressure to negotiate.

The Indian National Congress has decided to support actor Thalapathy Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in forming the next government in Tamil Nadu after the party achieved notable success in the recent state assembly elections but fell short of a majority. Congress MP Shashikant Senthil told NDTV that the party’s Political Affairs Committee approved the decision, with Rahul Gandhi reportedly backing the move from the start. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge preferred that the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee make the final call, which was later confirmed in a virtual meeting.

Congress expects to receive two ministerial positions in the upcoming cabinet, with leaders Girish Chodankar and Praveen Chakravarty maintaining contact with TVK. However, the party has set a key condition that TVK must not ally with the NDA or any of its partners, particularly AIADMK. Vijay is now required to formally approach the state governor to claim the right to form the government and take oath as chief minister.

Following the election results, Vijay expressed gratitude to the people of Tamil Nadu, calling the victory a triumph of democracy.

After the Trinamool Congress lost the West Bengal election, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared she had not been defeated and would not resign. Her government’s term officially ended on May 6, but she insisted she would remain in office, alleging that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won through dishonest means. The BJP criticized her remarks, calling them inconsistent with constitutional principles.

Legal experts cited India’s Constitution, explaining that under Article 164, a chief minister holds office at the governor’s pleasure, which depends on legislative majority support. If Banerjee refuses to resign, the governor can withdraw that pleasure and dismiss the cabinet. They also noted that under Article 172, no state government can continue beyond five years. Experts said her refusal is more political than legal, as the governor can still invite the majority party to form a new government.

Constitutional scholars added that while Banerjee’s resignation is customary, her tenure automatically ends with the assembly’s term. The situation has drawn comparisons to past instances where Indian chief ministers resisted stepping down after controversies or convictions.

The High Court has issued a rule asking why the cancellation of Monira Sharmin’s nomination for a reserved women’s seat in the 13th National Parliament should not be declared illegal. The rule was issued on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, by a bench led by Justice Razik Al Jalil. Monira Sharmin is the joint convener of the National Citizens Party (NCP) and a candidate from the 11-party alliance. Senior lawyers including Barrister Mostafizur Rahman Khan, Advocate Mohammad Hossain Lipu, and Advocate Mujahidul Islam Shaheen represented the petitioner in court.

Earlier, on May 4, another High Court bench comprising Justice Ahmed Sohel and Justice Fatema Anwar had expressed its inability to hear the writ petition challenging the legality of the cancellation of Monira Sharmin’s nomination. The current bench’s decision to issue a rule marks a new development in the legal process surrounding her candidacy.

Further proceedings will depend on the High Court’s subsequent hearing and responses to the issued rule.

Amit Shah is traveling to Kolkata tonight to attend a crucial political meeting focused on selecting the new chief minister of West Bengal. According to party sources, he will serve as the chief observer in the process of electing the Bharatiya Janata Party’s legislative party leader. Mohan Charan Majhi will assist him in this task. Under BJP rules, central observers are sent to states after elections to oversee the selection of legislative leaders.

This meeting is being viewed as highly significant, as the BJP is reportedly close to forming a government in West Bengal after being in opposition. Party insiders suggest that the decision may not only finalize the legislative leader but could also effectively determine the next chief minister, since the elected leader typically assumes that role.

Earlier, current Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee dismissed speculation about her resignation, stating that her party had not been defeated. The overall political atmosphere in West Bengal remains tense amid expectations of a new government formation.

At least four people have been killed in widespread violence across West Bengal following the announcement of the state assembly election results, according to multiple Indian media reports. The clashes reportedly occurred between supporters of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in several districts including Birbhum, South 24 Parganas, Howrah, Nadia, and Bankura.

Allegations from both parties indicate that two BJP workers were killed by TMC supporters in Howrah’s Udaypur and Rajarhat New Town, while TMC claimed that two of its workers were killed by BJP activists in Birbhum’s Nanur and Kolkata’s Beleghata. Both sides have denied responsibility. Incidents of vandalism and arson were reported in Asansol, where several TMC offices were attacked, and fires spread to nearby shops. BJP leaders denied involvement, alleging that miscreants were using their party’s name to create unrest.

India’s Chief Election Commissioner Jnaneesh Kumar has ordered strict action to control the situation, directing immediate arrests and instructing state authorities and central forces to remain on alert.

Nusrat Tabassum, leader of the National Congress Party (NCP) and candidate from the Jamaat alliance, took oath as a newly elected Member of Parliament for a reserved women's seat in Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament. The oath ceremony took place on Wednesday afternoon at the Parliament building, according to the Parliament Secretariat.

Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed administered the oath in his office, with Barrister Md. Golam Sarwar Bhuiyan, Secretary of the Parliament Secretariat, conducting the proceedings. After taking the oath, Nusrat Tabassum signed the official oath book as per parliamentary procedure. The event was attended by the Deputy Speaker, the Chief Whip of the opposition, and senior officials of the Parliament Secretariat.

The ceremony was held in accordance with Article 148 and Schedule 3 of the Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, as well as Rule 5 of the Rules of Procedure of the National Parliament.

The Narayanganj district unit of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has expelled Salauddin, general secretary of the party’s Ward No. 1 unit in Siddhirganj, from all party positions. The decision was announced in a press release issued on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, by district BNP convener Professor Mamun Mahmud. Salauddin had been arrested in connection with an extortion case filed at Siddhirganj Police Station.

According to the statement, Salauddin was expelled for engaging in extortion, disorderly conduct, and activities that violated party discipline and principles. Copies of the expulsion notice were also sent to BNP Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi and the party’s Dhaka divisional organizing secretary.

The case against Salauddin was filed on April 26, 2026, after a businessman accused him of demanding money and assault. Police later arrested him and sent him to jail through the court. Local media and social platforms have previously reported allegations of criminal activities involving him.

Post-election violence has continued across West Bengal two days after the announcement of assembly election results. Reports from Tuesday night indicate multiple incidents of vandalism and arson targeting Trinamool Congress offices in the Asansol industrial area. Party offices were attacked and set on fire at Asansol Court More, while similar incidents occurred in Rupnarayanpur, Kumarpur, Kulti, Raniganj, Jamuria, Barabani, and Burnpur. Some offices were also painted saffron. The Bharatiya Janata Party has denied involvement, with newly elected BJP legislators stating that no party workers were connected to the violence.

In response, Chief Election Commissioner Jnanesh Kumar announced strict measures to curb the unrest. He ordered immediate arrests of anyone found involved in vandalism or attacks and advised the state’s Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, Kolkata Police Commissioner, and the Director General of Central Armed Forces to remain vigilant.

The Election Commission’s directive signals heightened enforcement efforts to restore order amid ongoing political tensions in the state.

A commentary published on May 6, 2026, in the Bangladeshi outlet *Amar Desh* warns that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) victory in India’s West Bengal could have serious political, social, and cultural consequences for Bangladesh. The article argues that the BJP’s success followed large-scale voter exclusions under the NRC process, which disproportionately affected Muslims. It also claims that an informal alliance between leftist groups and the BJP helped consolidate the party’s power in the state.

The writer suggests that the rise of Hindutva politics in West Bengal may destabilize Bangladesh by inflaming religious tensions and potentially triggering refugee movements. The piece further warns of renewed cultural dominance from across the border, with Hindu religious festivals and Sanskrit influence possibly spreading into Bangladesh’s cultural space. It also raises concerns about increased border conflicts and the revival of expansionist ideas linked to the “Nehru Doctrine.”

The commentary concludes by urging Bangladesh to remain vigilant and united in the face of these perceived threats, emphasizing national preparedness and political cohesion as essential defenses.

Six months after the long-awaited revival of the Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RAKSU), students are expressing frustration over the limited progress in fulfilling election promises. The council, led by the Shibir-backed Combined Student Alliance that won 20 of 23 posts in the October 16 election, pledged to implement 24 commitments within a year. However, only about 16.67 percent of those pledges have seen partial implementation, leaving 83 percent still pending.

Students report little visible progress on key issues such as housing shortages, transport facilities, academic quality, and campus democracy. Many cite ongoing problems with dormitory capacity, poor dining standards, inadequate medical services, and administrative inefficiency. RAKSU leaders attribute the slow progress to administrative non-cooperation, while the general secretary and vice president claim that cultural, sports, and advocacy activities are continuing despite obstacles.

The university vice-chancellor, who also serves as RAKSU president, urged the council to work beyond ideological lines for students’ welfare. Students, however, remain skeptical about whether the council can deliver on its promises within the remaining term.